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bulb replacement for old Petzl?

Hi all. Newb here. Just got my first 2 new LED lights (both Maglite) and now I'm hooked. I also have an old (bought in 1998ish) Petzl Micro that I use for working around the house, on cars, ect. I'd hate to get rid of it and would like to upgrade it with and LED bulb. The only one I have found is the Tektite LS-233 3v screw type bulb, that was recommended by led-replacement. I searched the Tektite site and could not find any info on the bulbs output. My question is...is it even worth trying to upgrade this light with this $29 bulb or should I just be looking at a new LED headlamp and just keep this as an extra backup? Also, are there maybe are some better bulbs/deals out there that will just screw in? Thanks in advance for any help, this forum has already been a great help.

Re: bulb replacement for old Petzl?

Wow, timely thread, I just found one of these Micros at Goodwill for $1, couldn't resist. I was going to dig up a PR2 dropin for it to see what it would look like. You could always look for an older Terralux dropin or something along those lines. There was also a bi-pin PR2 base, so that you could use low voltage LEDs direct drive in things like 2D Maglites.

Re: bulb replacement for old Petzl?

I am looking at my spare bulb (that came with the original light) and it is a 3v screw base type bulb. I've read that the Terralux TLE 1s will fit my light. Are there any better options out there? I'd like to stay under $15 if possible.

Re: bulb replacement for old Petzl?

Megacam,
I was just wondering around google with the EXACT same question. I read your post and later found a replacement bulb for $10, my conscience forced me to sign up for these forums just to pass this info along to you, so feel special Anyways, its listed as E10-WHP on this website. http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...t%2Fbulbs.html

I didn't buy one yet, but PM me if you get one. I'd like to know how they perform. Cheers